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The Benefits of Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development refers to real estate that integrates housing, retail shops, restaurants, offices, and public spaces into a single neighborhood. Such mixed use developments provide diversity and convenience by…
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Sustainable Urban Infrastructure
Sustainable urban infrastructure involves eco-friendly construction solutions using green technologies and energy saving systems, while designs must meet sustainability standards regarding resource management, environmental impacts and infrastructure resilience. Cities…
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Benefits of Transit-Oriented Development
TOD refers to the practice of clustering housing, offices and shops within walking distance of a transit station for enhanced livability, reduced pollution and traffic congestion and higher property…
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What is Sustainable Development?
Sustainability development is an approach centered on people. It offers guidelines and strategies designed to maximize human well-being while respecting earth resources. In 2015, UN member states adopted 17…
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Net Zero Emissions Goals and Energy Efficiency
Reaching zero emissions goals can be complex, yet energy efficiency remains an invaluable tool in that quest. NRDC is committed to helping consumers make the most of their energy…
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Top 5 Smart Cities in America
Smart cities use technology to monitor environmental, social and financial aspects of urban life. Sensors track everything from water usage to traffic congestion. These sensors allow cities to provide…
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The Benefits of Smart Grids
Building, operating, and regulating electricity networks can be complex and time consuming; especially high voltage interconnections. Smart grids can help mitigate these costs by providing real-time data about system…
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What Is Urban Mobility?
Urban mobility refers to the transport of people within cities. It plays a crucial role in shaping cities, providing equitable access to services and jobs, and having significant environmental…
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How Energy Storage Enhances Grid Stability and Lowers Electric Power Prices
Energy storage uncouples electricity production from consumption, improving grid stability and helping to lower power prices while decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and opening new opportunities for renewable energy deployment….
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Empowering Communities Through Community Engagement
Community engagement is a set of principles and strategies designed to empower marginalized communities. It stems from the democratic principle that all community members have the right to be…